Sydney councillor resigns from Libs over tax fraud conviction
A former Ryde councillor has been resigned from the Liberal Party following his conviction for tax fraud over the backdated tax returns of ex Macquarie banker Michael Carapiet.
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Streets searched and roadblocks used to mitigate terrorism risk on ANZAC Day
Sweeping searches of Sydney's ANZAC Day march route are planned and more than 20 city cross-streets will be blocked with cars and barriers to mitigate the risk of a terror attack.
FBI boss James Comey arrives in New Zealand
FBI director James Comey has arrived in New Zealand ahead of a conference, although officials were cagey as to the exact nature of his visit.
Berejiklian, Pence talk business on harbour cruise
Sydney has secured the regional hosting of an international start-up festival, premier Gladys Berejiklian announced after meeting US vice president Mike Pence on Sunday.
Police minister backs Anzac Day weapon restrictions for 'extra security'
Opposition Leader Tim Nicholls said the new restrictions were over-protective, after the previous exemptions had worked well for the last five years.
Gold Coast Commonwealth Games prep on track ahead of ticket request opening
Every venue except for Carrara Stadium and Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre has opened, ahead of ticket requests opening on Monday.
'Something's not right here': Why Matthew was walking with a limp
Doctors are warning parents not to swaddle their babies as an increasing number of infants in Australia are suffering hip dysplasia, which, left untreated, may lead to early osteoarthritis.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with minibus
A motorcyclist has been killed in a collision with a minibus on French Island, south-east of Melbourne.
They got it wrong: Hasler says Lee binning cost Dogs victory
Brenko Lee being sent to the sin bin ultimately cost Canterbury the victory against the Wests Tigers.
Marina Go says it was disrespectful of fans to boo Woods
Wests Tigers chair Marina Go has pleaded with club fans not to disrespect the likely departing players.
The midwives breaking the cycle of distrust
Vanessa Smith could not overstate the role she and other Aboriginal health workers play in breaking the cycle of distrust Indigenous families feel for health services.
Power to the people: How battery storage can take on the power companies
German battery challenger Sonnen wants to create communities of connected battery users to create virtual power plants.
Bring your brolly to a wet Anzac Day
Anzac Day in Melbourne is forecast to be cool and wet, so bring your umbrella and coat.
Manly loss to make Raiders 'want it more'
Ex-Canberra Raiders skippers tip Manly loss to make them "want it more".
Man tries to assault boy, 12, in shopping centre toilet
Man wanted over attempted sexual assault on 12-year-old in Sydney's south-west.
War veteran leads Ivanhoe RSL Anzac service after fire
95-year-old Ivanhoe RSL president shrugs off pain of devastating fire to lead local Anzac march.
American Airlines flight attendant suspended after fight with passenger
American Airlines has apologised to a female passenger and suspended a flight attendant after a video showing an onboard clash over a baby stroller went viral, in the latest embarassment for a US carrier over how it treated a customer.
'Bin tax' may be scrapped after local government minister steps in
An inner-city council's plan to hit its residents with a new "bin tax" has prompted Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins to call in Victoria's essential services watchdog.
Footy's fine - it's time to stop tinkering
What’s with this incessant need to tinker, not just with laws of the game, but the very framework of an AFL competition that is working just fine? The 17-5 fixture proposal is just another example.
Spend money on your people, not WMDs: Julie Bishop fires back at North Korea
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has delivered a blistering rebuke to the North Korean regime.
Police arrest 20 on drug charges but infuriate nightclub owners
The launch of Operation Safenight over the weekend saw dozens of police officers swarm entertainment precincts in Melbourne's south.
Cairns business flooded with complaints after posting sign about Israelis
A sign inside a Queensland retailer's store has led to a flood of online complaints and calls to boycott the store.
'Show Tony some respect': Why Abbott should be allowed to speak up
Immigration Minister Peter Dutton has stepped in to defend Tony Abbott, calling on his Liberal Party colleagues to show respect to the former prime minister.
Network Ten market cap tumbles ahead of half-year results
Shares in Ten Network are starting this week at historical lows as the market braces for the company's half-year results.
Raiders' golden heartbreak and Brumbies get ditched
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Boy stopped by police after 'driving solo across NSW' on way to Perth
A 12-year-old boy attempting to drive across Australia solo has been pulled over at Broken Hill some 1300 kilometres into his journey.
Storm duo ready for Anzac Day spotlight
Christian Welch and Felise Kaufusi look forward to taking key roles on Anzac night when the Storm play the NZ Warriors.
Record grain haul jeopardised by V/Line speed restrictions: farmers
Victorian farmers have warned an economic boom from record crops has been "seriously undermined" by VLine speed restrictions on hot days.
Trump 'plots strategy' in weekly phone call with Murdoch
Relationships have always been President Donald Trump's currency and comfort, helping him talk his way into real estate deals over three decades in New York.
Byron Shire Council rejects Westpac on Adani mine
Byron Shire Council has upped the pressure in Westpac bank over any potential funding of the Adani coal mine.
High-frequency trading OK by ASIC
High-frequency trading and dark pools are not undermining the Australian Securities Exchange, says ASIC boss.
Elderley man passes away after horror Ravenswood crash
The crash occurred on Pinjarra Road heading west at around 5.25pm, when a 1993 green Ford Festiva rear-ended a 2008 blue Mazda hatchback.
Aubin Grove Train Station opens to take pressure off southern transport corridor
The new stop on the Mandurah line is expected to save some travellers nearly 40 minutes off their daily commute.
As it happened: Hawks v Eagles
Follow the action live as the winless Hawks host West Coast at the MCG.
Meet the boss: Tim Fung of Airtasker
Experience a problem, find a solution, then realise there's a business just waiting to be launched solving the same problem for others.
Despite Shaw incident, players see worth in on-field mics
The AFL Players Association won't push for the removal of on-field microphones despite Richmond coach Damien Hardwick questioning their worth following the Heath Shaw "retard" controversy.
We'll keep attacking to get rewards: Powell
The Brumbies scored a miracle try against the Hurricanes, but Joe Powell says they need to find balance in their game.
Unqualified teachers burning out as they 'try to keep ahead of kids'
Five months after graduating from university as a language teacher, Anna Du Plessis was asked to teach geography.
Plans for memorial for Manmeet Sharma unveiled
Emotions are still raw months after the callous murder of Brisbane bus driver Manmeet Sharma.
The health insurance industry's plan to lure more young people into the system
The health insurance industry's plan to lure more young people into the system.
Shortage of coffins after slaughter by Taliban
They looked like Afghan army soldiers returning from the front lines, carrying the bodies of wounded comrades as part of the ruse.
Premier McGowan favours personal shark attack deterrent devices over cull
WA Premier Mark McGowan remains in favour of personal devices to deter sharks instead of culling, nets and drumlines.
FIRB approves Chow Tai Fook's takeover of Alinta
Alinta Energy takeover gets the stamp of approval from FIRB.
Big business lured to Victoria with public cash
Big companies will be offered major financial incentives to set up in Victoria under a $90 million budget push to boost jobs and investment.
Sydney Trains worker diverts runaway train near Unanderra
A quick-thinking Sydney Trains worker averted disaster on Saturday when a 40-wagon freight train lost its ability to brake as it hurtled towards Unanderra, near Wollongong.
Anzac Day 2017: What’s open, what’s closed and what's on in Melbourne
What's open and what's not on Anzac Day
Paul Ryan tells Congress colleagues that US shutdown will be avoided
Ryan insisted a budget bill will be finalised before government funding dries up after April 28. But Trump wants money for his Mexico wall to be included.
Police investigate racial tirade directed at Lions trainer
The AFL has been rocked by another incident of fan racism after a video emerged of a spectator launching a vile tirade at Saturday's Western Bulldogs-Brisbane Lions match, allegedly directed towards one of the Lions' trainers.
Injured Deledio unsure of AFL return date
Frustrated Greater Western Sydney star Brett Deledio is making solid progress in his rehabilitation from a calf injury but admits he can't put an exact time frame on his return to the field
Jarryd Hayne talks fairytale return to State of Origin
Jarryd Hayne has made himself unavailable for the upcoming representative round as he buckles down on preparing for a fairytale State of Origin return for NSW.